5-Methyl Folate 5,000 mcg
by Protocol For Life Balance · Capsule
Supplement facts from the label of 5-Methyl Folate 5,000 mcg by Protocol For Life Balance: Folate 8,333 mcg DFE.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folate ((6S)-5-MTHF, Glucosamine Salt) | 8,333 mcg DFE | 2,083% | — |
| └ (6S)-5-MTHF | 5,000 mcg | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Usage: Take 1 capsule daily with a meal, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
All Other Content: How It Works: Folate consumed in the diet or from supplements must be converted to its active form, 5-Methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF), to be used by the body. This is a multi-step biochemical process that, in some circumstances, may not be efficient enough to meet the body's needs. In addition, unlike folic acid, 5-MTHF can penetrate the blood-brain barrier.
Formula re: Contains: This product utilizes a patented form of 5-MTHF with superior bioavailability.
Precautions re: All Other: Cautions/Interactions: For adults only.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: The elderly and individuals with conditions that may impair vitamin B-12 absorption should frequently check vitamin B-12 status when taking this product as high-dose folic acid may mask vitamin B-12 deficiency. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication (especially phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone, and methotrexate), or have a medical condition (especially any condition involving
Precautions re: Children: Keep out of reach of children.
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).